1990 Skoda Rapid R vs. 1946 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1990 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1946 Triumph Roadster (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1946 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Skoda Rapid R | 1946 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Skoda | Triumph |
| Model | Rapid R | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
